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The SUV segment has been a heated battlefield over the last decade. GM has gone to great lengths to make sure its lineup stands out from the competition. The Traverse does this by offering class-leading interior room and an engine lineup that's now more powerful and efficient than ever. The refreshed styling helps distinguish the SUV from the many lookalike vehicles in this category. A positively sporty-looking RS trim offers a turbocharged 2.0L engine and unique black accents.

What's New For 2019

After a fairly extensive redesign last year, the Traverse returns to 2019 with just a few changes. The available heated steering wheel has been swapped from a manual unit to an automatic one, while the 18-inch wheels are now available in a new design.

Warranty

Basic Warranty: 3 Years / 36,000 Miles

Drivetrain Warranty: 5 Years / 60,000 Miles

Roadside Assistance: 5 Years / 60,000 Miles

A vehicle's warranty can significant impact your maintenance costs after you drive off the dealer's lot, and it's important to understand the different parts. Typically, a new car warranty includes a Basic warranty, which covers everything except the wear items such as brakes and tires; and a Drivetrain warranty, that covers all the parts that make the car move, such as the engine and transmission

[VXW] Lpo, Molded Assist Steps
Included With (Pcx) 'Hit The Road' Package, Lpo. Not Available With (Vqk) Molded Front And Rear Splash Guards, Lpo. Not Available Separately When (Pcx) "Hit The Road Package" Is Ordered.)
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$683

$750

[VK3] License Plate Front Mounting Package

$36

$40

[SR2] Lpo, Rear Seat Infotainment System Without Dvd Player
dual headrest with 8" screens and multiple inputs, including SD, USB, HDMI, as well as wireless connectivity to brought-in devices. Includes remote control, 2 sets of 2-channel wireless infrared headphones, and an available companion app to allow parental control of system
(Not Available With (Sif) Universal Tablet Holders, Non-Powered, Lpo, (Sil) Universal Tablet Holder, Powered, Lpo Or (Sr3) Rear Seat Infotainment System With Dvd Player, Lpo.)
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$1,593

$1,750

[SR3] Lpo, Rear Seat Infotainment System With Dvd Player
dual headrest with 8" screens and multiple inputs, including SD, USB, HDMI, as well as wireless connectivity to brought-in devices. Includes remote control, 2 sets of 2-channel wireless infrared headphones, and an available companion app to allow parental control of system
(Not Available With (Sif) Universal Tablet Holders, Non-Powered, Lpo, (Sil) Universal Tablet Holder, Powered, Lpo Or (Sr2) Rear Seat Infotainment System Without Dvd Player, Lpo.)
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[NB8] Emissions Override, California
(allows a dealer in states that require California emissions - California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island or Washington - to order Federal emissions for a vehicle that will be registered in a state that has Federal emission requirements). Do not use for vehicles that will be registered in California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island or Washington.
(Requires (Fe9) Federal Emissions Requirements.

Specifications for 2019 Chevrolet Traverse

Standard Equipment

Safety Options

StabiliTrak, stability control system with traction control

Daytime Running Lamps, LED

Airbags, dual-stage frontal and side-impact for driver and front passenger, driver inboard seat-mounted side-impact and head curtain side-impact and roof-rail side-impact for all rows in outboard seating positions (Always use seat belts and the correct child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.)

Chevrolet Connected Access with 10 years of standard connectivity which enables services such as, Vehicle Diagnostics, Dealer Maintenance Notification, Chevrolet Smart Driver, Marketplace and more (Limitations apply. Not transferable. Standard connectivity available to original purchaser for ten years from the date of initial vehicle purchase for model year 2018 or newer Chevrolet vehicles. See onstar.com for details and further plan limitations. Connected Access does not include emergency or security services. Availability and additional services enabled by Connected Access are subject to change.)

Passenger Sensing System sensor indicator inflatable restraint, front passenger/child/presence detector (Always use seat belts and the correct child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.)

Rear Seat Reminder

LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Top tethers for CHildren), for child safety seats

Teen Driver a configurable feature that lets you activate customizable vehicle settings associated with a key fob, to encourage safe driving behavior. It can limit certain vehicle features, and it prevents certain safety systems from being turned off. An in-vehicle report gives you information on driving habits and helps you to continue to coach your new driver

SiriusXM Radio Enjoy a 3-month All Access trial subscription with over 150 channels including commercial-free music, plus sports, news and entertainment. Plus listening on the app and online is included, so you'll hear the best SiriusXM has to offer, anywhere life takes you. Welcome to the world of SiriusXM. (IMPORTANT: The SiriusXM radio trial package is not provided on vehicles that are ordered for Fleet Daily Rental ("FDR") use. If you decide to continue service after your trial, the subscription plan you choose will automatically renew thereafter and you will be charged according to your chosen payment method at then-current rates. Fees and taxes apply. To cancel you must call us at 1-866-635-2349. See our Customer Agreement for complete terms at www.siriusxm.com. All fees and programming subject to change.)

Audio system feature, Bose premium 10-speaker system with subwoofer in center console

Audio system, Chevrolet Infotainment System with Navigation and 8" diagonal color touch-screen, AM/FM stereo, includes Bluetooth streaming audio for music and most phones; featuring Android Auto and Apple CarPlay capability for compatible phones

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Introduction

The 2019 Chevrolet Traverse mid-size three-row crossover SUV focuses firmly on family tasks and travels. Seating up to eight, the Traverse debuted for 2009, and shifted to a boldly-styled second generation for the 2018 model year. The current model is indebted to Chevrolet’s truck division for much of its appearance.

Not much has changed for the 2019 model year. A new LT Premium package, standard on RS and available for LT Leather trim, includes a surround-view camera system, a camera-based rearview mirror, 20-inch alloy wheels, an 8-inch touchscreen for navigation and audio, Bose speakers, and a 110-volt outlet. A heated steering wheel is newly standard on Premier and High Country models. Chevrolet has added an all-wheel-drive RS model with V-6 power. A turbo-4 version remains available, only with front-drive.

As before, L, LS, LT (Cloth or Leather), RS, Premier, and High Country trim levels are offered.

Stout and sturdy, Chevolet’s 3.6-liter V-6 develops 310 horsepower and 266 pound-feet of torque. A smooth-shifting 9-speed automatic is the sole transmission, but it ranks among the better units.

Front-wheel drive is standard. Part-time all-wheel drive is available for LS, LT, and Premier trim levels. A twin-clutch AWD system, with automatic-locking rear differential, is standard on High Country models.

Safety technology is costly, and largely limited to top trim levels.

Federal testers rate the 2019 Traverse fairly well. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gave the Traverse five-star ratings overall and for side-impact, but only four stars for frontal testing and rollover protection. (The latter is a calculated figure, with four stars common for crossovers and SUVs.)

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has not crash-tested a Traverse in its current form.

Standard equipment includes what’s expected on family-focused crossovers, but not much more. All models include a rearview camera. Available on top Premier versions and standard on the High Country are automatic emergency braking, active lane control, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high beams.

Outward vision is good for such a large crossover. Parking sensors would be prudent for maneuvering into tight spots.

Though handsome enough, cabins emphasize durability over design. Top trim levels may be trimmed in leather, but the Traverse trails Buick’s Enclave for premium looks and features.

Several appearance packages are available for LT models. So is a comfort/convenience option group that upgrades to an 8.0-inch display screen, adding heated front seats, a power liftgate, blind-spot monitoring, and rear parking sensors.

Walkaround

Despite adoption of design themes from Chevrolet’s truck division as part of its 2018 redesign, the current-generation Traverse looks sharp while providing a family-focused experience. Relationships to full-size pickups and SUVs aren’t difficult to spot. Previously graceful body lines have been sharpened.

More upright than the previous-generation model, the Traverse leads off with a taller grille, encompassing a larger “bowtie” badge. Strong shoulder lines lead toward slender taillights, carrying the overall boxy profile all the way through the bodysides.

Interior

Bountiful cabin space is a strong point of the Traverse, which promises adult-level comfort in any of the three seating rows. Even the third row offers abundant room, though elbow room is on the scant side.

Smart controls and a wide console should impress the driver, and everybody might admire the soft-touch surfaces and durable plastic materials.

Front seats promise long-distance comfort, even for occupants who are ample in girth. Second-row captain’s chairs are particularly appealing. Second-row passengers face more than 38 inches of leg clearance, while rear-seat riders get 33 inches.

Wide-swinging doors ease entry and exit, though they can present a challenge in tight parking lots. Fit and finish generally are good, though Buick’s Enclave has a more premium feel. Most Traverse versions have active noise cancellation.

Behind the third row, there’s a generous 23 cubic feet of cargo room. With the third row flattened, that space passes 58 cubic feet, reaching 98 cubic feet with only the front seatbacks upright.

Driving Impressions

Abundant power from the sizable V-6 engine enhances the pleasure of piloting a Traverse, assisted by a smooth-shifting 9-speed automatic transmission. Upshifts arrive rapidly, and the 9-speed downshifts readily when extra oomph is needed to pass or merge.

Well-known in other GM models, the 3.6-liter V-6 delivers ample energy through a broad range of the engine’s powerband, which boosts performance potential. Making a V-6 version of the RS available suggests the eventual demise of turbo-4 power.

One prominent drawback is the optional all-wheel-drive system, which functions too much like an AWD setup from the past.

Like other large family carriers, the Traverse tends to steer and handle like a big family sedan, with pitching motions and lean in corners. However, the Traverse tracks well on the highway.

Fuel economy falls close to the norm for its class. With V-6 and all-wheel drive, the Traverse is EPA-rated at 17/25 mpg City/Highway, or 20 mpg Combined. Front-wheel-drive raises the estimate to 18/27/21 mpg. The turbo-four manages 20/26/22 mpg.

Summary

Aiming strictly at families, including large ones, the Traverse is nicely equipped, at least in LT trim and above, though lack of automatic emergency braking earns a demerit. Base L models are seldom seen at dealerships. Topping the lineup, High Country editions push this model beyond the mainstream, but at a price. Options abound, but they push total cost upward in a hurry.

Driving impressions by Aaron Cole, The Car Connection. James M. Flammang contributed to this report.

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